--- title: "Huntingdonshire Local History Society — check charity number 290741 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Huntingdonshire Local History Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 290741. Education/training charity based in Godmanchester. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/huntingdonshire-local-history-society retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:14:43.185Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Huntingdonshire Local History Society is a registered charity (number 290741) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £3,352 (year ending 2025-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Huntingdonshire Local History Society? Registered charity number 290741 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Godmanchester Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £3,352 Website [www.huntslhs.org.uk](http://www.huntslhs.org.uk/) ## What does Huntingdonshire Local History Society do? The advancement of public education through the study of Local History in the former County of Huntingdonshire, now part of Cambridgeshire. ## What causes is Huntingdonshire Local History Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Huntingdonshire Local History Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Huntingdonshire Local History Society is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=huntingdonshire-local-history-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.huntslhs.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Huntingdonshire Local History Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Huntingdonshire Local History Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 290741) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Huntingdonshire Local History Society's charity number? Huntingdonshire Local History Society's charity number is 290741. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 290741? Search 290741 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Huntingdonshire Local History Society do? The advancement of public education through the study of Local History in the former County of Huntingdonshire, now part of Cambridgeshire. Does Huntingdonshire Local History Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Huntingdonshire Local History Society. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Huntingdonshire Local History Society? Huntingdonshire Local History Society's website is http://www.huntslhs.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/290741).